The meeting theme was ‘New Years Resolutions’ and what a theme it was!! Table topics focused on the top 10 resolutions that end in failure, and included ‘off the cuff’ mini speeches on quitting smoking, travel, diet and nutrition, losing weight, alcohol, and saving money. Valarie won the table topics and inspired us all with her travel plans for Brazil. We also learned from Yuri that they don’t have New Years resolutions in Russia, because on New Years you’re supposed to be happy.

At this meeting we also had three ice breaker speeches. A great way to start the year!! Congratulations to Kelly, Mohamed, and Alana on completing their first speeches. Kelly’s speech was about multiple siblings, and we learned that Mohamed and Alana also have multiple siblings!! Kelly has three Mohamed has four, and Alana has three! Clem finished off the speeches by encouraging us all to stay focused on our goals and to never give up.